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CLEP Exams at Muskingum University

Muskingum University accepts 29 CLEP® exams for transferable college credit. See the accepted exams, minimum required scores, and credit hours awarded, along with other credit-by-exam and prior-learning options available at this college.

CLEP® · 29 ExamsDSST AcceptedACE Accepted
How It Works

3 steps to earn
Muskingum University credit by exam.

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Sit the CLEP® or DSST exam
90-minute exam at any test center. Enter Muskingum University's CLEP® code 1496 — or DSST code 8314 — at registration so scores transmit to the Registrar automatically. Book it on College Board's CLEP® site.
Credit posts to your transcript
Credit goes on your Muskingum University transcript once the Registrar has your score — ask the Registrar how long that takes. No professor meetings, no final-paper panic — just credit. Plan which credits count with our Degree Planner.
The Exam List

Every CLEP® exam
Muskingum University accepts.

29 CLEP® exams organized by category, with the minimum score and credit hours awarded for each.

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Estimate: the credit hours at a $390/credit-hour public university average, minus $95 per CLEP® exam and $149 for Lifetime prep. Muskingum University decides how many exam credits count toward your degree.

Composition and Literature

1 exams · up to 3 credits
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See something outdated? CLEP® policies, minimum scores, and credit awards can change. If you spot a discrepancy with Muskingum University's current policy, email team@transfercredit.org and we'll update this page.
What this is worth

5 exams at Muskingum, two ways

Muskingum accepts 29 CLEP® exams. Here's what it costs to earn 15 of those credits in a classroom versus by exam.

In the classroom
$5,850
5 courses · about 75 weeks
15 credit hours$390/cr
PaceFixed semester
Books & feesExtra
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By CLEP® exam
$624
5 exams · study at your own pace
5 exam fees$475
Lifetime prep access$149
Same 15 creditsScore 50+
That's $5,226 you don't pay — for the same credits.

Based on a $390/credit-hour public university average. Your actual saving depends on Muskingum University's tuition and how many exam credits it lets you apply toward your degree.

Plan prices cover TransferCredit.org prep only. The CLEP® exam fee (currently $95) is paid to College Board at registration, and test centres may add a sitting fee. Credit awards are always determined by Muskingum University — check the policy above before you test.

About the university

About Muskingum University

Muskingum University is a private liberal arts university in New Concord, Ohio. It is located in east-central Ohio and serves undergraduate and graduate students in a small-campus setting. The university is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).

Muskingum offers a broad range of undergraduate majors and graduate programs, with a liberal arts foundation and professional preparation. The university is known for combining classroom learning with experiential opportunities such as internships, fieldwork, and other applied experiences. It also offers online and adult-focused options through its graduate and continuing education offerings.

  • Private liberal arts university in New Concord, Ohio
  • Regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
  • Broad academic offerings across undergraduate and graduate study
  • Experiential learning is part of the university's academic approach
  • Transfer and prior-credit review is handled through standard academic policies
Transfer credit policy

How Transfer Credits Work at Muskingum University

For CLEP and transfer-credit purposes, Muskingum University is the kind of institution that commonly evaluates prior learning and standardized exam credit through its academic policies. Students interested in using CLEP or transfer credit should confirm in advance whether a specific exam or course will apply to their intended program. Credit acceptance can vary by department, major, and degree requirements.

Students may also have options involving CLEP®, DSST, AP, ACE, or NCCRS credits, depending on Muskingum University's current policies. Not every alternative credit source is automatically accepted, so verify eligibility before completing a course or exam.

Approved credits may count toward general education, major requirements, electives, or other degree requirements depending on the evaluation. Muskingum University transfer credits should therefore be reviewed against the specific degree program.

Transfer tip: Check your transfer credit evaluation and compare accepted credits with your Muskingum University degree requirements before planning additional coursework.
Beyond CLEP®

Muskingum University is an
ACE-aligned institution.

Muskingum University is recognized on acenet.edu as an ACE-aligned institution. Beyond CLEP®, it may accept ACE-recommended coursework toward degree requirements. Acceptance of specific courses is determined by the Muskingum University Registrar under its prior-learning policy; confirm before enrolling.

ACE · American Council on Education
ACE Credit
ACE evaluates non-traditional learning — including corporate training, workforce programs, and credit-by-exam — and recommends equivalent college credit. CLEP® exams are also ACE-reviewed. Colleges may consider ACE-recommended coursework under their transfer credit or prior-learning policies.
Source: acenet.edu
NCCRS
NCCRS Credit
NCCRS reviews non-collegiate coursework and provides college-credit recommendations for eligible learning. Member and non-member institutions may consider NCCRS-recommended coursework under their transfer credit or prior-learning policies. Acceptance depends on the institution, program, and applicable degree requirements.
Source: nationalccrs.org
How Your Credit Path Works

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ACE courses Muskingum University may accept

Self-paced courses across general education and major requirements may carry an official ACE or NCCRS credit recommendation and can be submitted to the Registrar for transfer credit review.

Muskingum University is an ACE-aligned institution per acenet.edu. Acceptance of specific courses is determined at the Registrar's discretion — confirm before enrolling.

Subjects with a link go to the matching CLEP® or DSST study guide on TransferCredit.org.

Business & Accounting

20 courses · 60 credits
Managerial Accounting 3cr Financial Accounting 3cr Business Essentials 3cr Principles of Management 3cr Foundations of Leadership 3cr Leadership & Organizational Behavior 3cr Business Communication 3cr Business Ethics 3cr Leading Organizational Change 3cr Project Management 3cr Business Law 3cr International Business 3cr Human Resources Management 3cr Globalization & International Mgmt. 3cr Entrepreneurship 3cr Microeconomics 3cr Macroeconomics 3cr Principles of Finance 3cr Financial Management 3cr Principles of Marketing 3cr

English, Writing & Humanities

7 courses · 21 credits
Advanced Technical Writing 3cr English Composition I 3cr English Composition II 3cr College Writing 3cr Humanities 201: Critical Thinking 3cr Art History I 3cr Art History II 3cr

Mathematics

9 courses · 31 credits
Business Math 3cr College Algebra 3cr Pre-Calculus 3cr Calculus 1 4cr Calculus 2 4cr Calculus 3 4cr Discrete Mathematics 4cr Quantitative Analysis 3cr Principles of Statistics 3cr

Computer Science & IT

22 courses · 66 credits
Current Trends in CS & IT 3cr Computer Concepts & Applications 3cr Introduction to HTML & CSS 3cr Introduction to JavaScript 3cr Ethics in Technology 3cr Introduction to Networking 3cr Fundamentals of Information Technology 3cr Introduction to Linux 3cr Introduction to Java 3cr Programming in Python 3cr Introduction to Computing 3cr Programming in C 3cr Programming in C++ 3cr Data Structures & Algorithms 3cr Network & Systems Security 3cr Cybersecurity 3cr Database Fundamentals 3cr Software Engineering 3cr Introduction to Operating Systems 3cr Introduction to Artificial Intelligence 3cr Database Programming 3cr Systems Analysis & Design 3cr

Health Sciences

8 courses · 20 credits
Medical Terminology 3cr Healthcare Finance & Budgeting 3cr Healthcare Organization & Management 3cr HR Management in Healthcare 3cr Anatomy & Physiology I 3cr Anatomy & Physiology I Lab 1cr Anatomy & Physiology II 3cr Anatomy & Physiology II Lab 1cr

Natural Sciences

5 courses · 13 credits
Introduction to Biology 1 3cr Introduction to Biology 2 3cr Chemistry I 3cr Physics I 3cr Environmental Science 1cr

Psychology & Social Science

11 courses · 33 credits
Introduction to Psychology 3cr Research Methods in Psychology 3cr Psychology of Diversity 3cr Educational Psychology 3cr Abnormal Psychology 3cr Psychology of Personality 3cr Advanced Social Psychology 3cr Ethics in the Social Sciences 3cr Introduction to Sociology 3cr Introduction to Criminology 3cr Principles of Philosophy 3cr

History & Languages

3 courses · 9 credits
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What you get with TransferCredit

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  • Official transcripts through the ACE Credit Registry (Credly) and applicable NCCRS providers for transfer credit evaluation
  • Pass-or-pivot option — a CLEP® setback may provide access to a matching ACE/NCCRS course
The Transfer

How credit reaches Muskingum University

  • CLEP® path: Enter Muskingum University's CLEP® code 1496 during registration so College Board can send your scores for credit evaluation
  • DSST path: Send your DSST score to Muskingum University with DSST code 8314, through its transfer credit process
  • NCCRS path: Complete the course, receive the applicable NCCRS transcript, and submit it to the Registrar
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Format90-min exam
Time to credit4–8 weeks prep
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Muskingum University acceptsYes · 29 subjects
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Format~2-hr exam
Time to credit4–8 weeks prep
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Muskingum University acceptsYes · code 8314
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Second Exam Pathway
Muskingum University accepts DSST exams too
Beyond CLEP®, Muskingum University is a DSST credit-granting institution (DSST code 8314). DSST covers 30+ subjects — including upper-level and technical topics CLEP® doesn't offer, like Business Ethics, Cybersecurity, and Criminal Justice. Exams are free for active-duty military through DANTES. Confirm accepted DSST subjects and minimum scores with the Registrar before scheduling.
FAQ

Questions, answered.

How many CLEP® exams does Muskingum University accept?
Muskingum University accepts 29 CLEP® exams for college credit across Business, Composition and Literature, History and Social Sciences, Science and Mathematics, and World Languages.
What minimum CLEP® score does Muskingum University require?
Muskingum University requires minimum CLEP® scores in the range of 50 depending on the exam. The standard ACE-recommended passing score for CLEP® is 50.
How do I send my CLEP® score to Muskingum University?
Enter Muskingum University's institution code 1496 when registering for your CLEP® exam. Scores transmit automatically to the Registrar.
How many CLEP® credits can I apply toward my Muskingum University degree?
Most undergraduate programs cap credit-by-exam at approximately 30 semester hours. Confirm program-specific caps with the Registrar.
Does Muskingum University accept DSST exams?
Yes. Muskingum University is a DSST credit-awarding institution with DSST code 8314.
Is Muskingum University an NCCRS member institution?
Muskingum University is not currently listed as an NCCRS member. NCCRS-recommended coursework may still be considered under the Registrar's prior-learning policy — confirm first.
How long does it take to earn CLEP® credit at Muskingum University?
Prep time depends on the subject and what you already know. The CLEP® itself is 90 minutes. Credit posts to your transcript once the Registrar has your score — ask Muskingum University how long that takes.
What if I don't pass my CLEP® exam on the first try?
You can retake CLEP® after 3 months. With a TransferCredit.org subscription, you can also pivot to the matching ACE/NCCRS self-paced course with retake-able finals.
CLEP® exam details — Business (5 exams)
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Financial Accounting?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Financial Accounting exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Information Systems?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Information Systems exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Introductory Business Law?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Introductory Business Law exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Principles of Management?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Principles of Management exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Principles of Marketing?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Principles of Marketing exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
CLEP® exam details — Composition and Literature (1 exams)
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Humanities?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Humanities exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
CLEP® exam details — History and Social Sciences (12 exams)
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® American Government?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® American Government exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® History of the United States I: Early Colonization to 1877?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® History of the United States I: Early Colonization to 1877 exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Human Growth and Development?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Human Growth and Development exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Introduction to Educational Psychology?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Introduction to Educational Psychology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Introductory Psychology?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Introductory Psychology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Introductory Sociology?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Introductory Sociology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Principles of Microeconomics?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Principles of Microeconomics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Social Sciences and History?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Social Sciences and History exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648 exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Western Civilization II: 1648 to the Present?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Western Civilization II: 1648 to the Present exam for 4 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
CLEP® exam details — Science and Mathematics (5 exams)
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Biology?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Biology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Calculus?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Calculus exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Chemistry?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Chemistry exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® College Mathematics?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® College Mathematics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Natural Sciences?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Natural Sciences exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
CLEP® exam details — World Languages (6 exams)
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® French Language Level I?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® French Language Level I exam for 4 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® French Language Level II?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® French Language Level II exam for 8 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® German Language Level I?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® German Language Level I exam for 4 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® German Language Level II?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® German Language Level II exam for 8 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Spanish Language Level I?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Spanish Language Level I exam for 4 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Muskingum University accept CLEP® Spanish Language Level II?
Yes. Muskingum University accepts the CLEP® Spanish Language Level II exam for 8 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
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